Construction Materials Engineering Technicians

S&ME•Lexington, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

S&ME is hiring a Construction Materials Engineering Technician for its Lexington, Kentucky Construction Services team. This hands-on role supports construction quality and safety by testing materials such as concrete, asphalt, soil, and aggregates at active construction sites and in the laboratory. The position is primarily outdoors and includes sample collection and preparation, interpretation of test results, and preparation of detailed reports. Technicians work with engineers, contractors, and project managers to ensure work meets project specifications and safety guidelines. S&ME provides hands-on training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities, including potential leadership and mentoring responsibilities for experienced technicians. Technician level and compensation are based on experience and industry certifications. Schedules vary with project needs and weather, and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, occasional holidays, overtime, and regional travel. Candidates must comply with fleet management, substance policy, and reference check requirements and have valid employment eligibility; visa assistance is not available.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Basic math proficiency, including understanding measurements and units of weight.
Comfort with a fluctuating schedule and occasional travel.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel to project sites as needed.
Ability to walk over rough, uneven terrain and stand for extended periods, potentially up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to routinely lift and carry 40–50 pounds of equipment and materials and maneuver field equipment safely around active construction sites.
Valid employment eligibility; visa assistance is not available.
Compliance with S&ME's Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements.
Experience by technician level: Associate Technician/Technician I: 0–2 years of relevant experience; Technician II: 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent with an associate degree; Technician III: 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent with an associate degree; Technician IV: 5+ years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a related field, preferred for advanced levels.
Active American Concrete Institute (ACI) certifications, including Field Testing Grade I (strongly preferred), Strength Testing Technician, and/or Laboratory Technician.
International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Special Inspector in Reinforced Concrete and Masonry.
Prior leadership or mentoring experience, particularly for Technician IV.

Responsibilities

Perform field and laboratory testing on construction materials, including concrete, asphalt, soil, and aggregates.
Collect and prepare samples for analysis.
Interpret test results and prepare detailed reports.
Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and project managers to ensure work meets specifications and safety guidelines.
Support projects across the region as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA and FSA options.
Wellness program offering $50 off monthly premiums for 2027.
100% employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), with a minimum 5% company contribution and automatic enrollment.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), with rollover options.
Paid maternity and parental leave.
Pet insurance.
Mentorship and career development programs.
Credential incentive program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee recognition program.
Company vehicle and fuel card for project-based roles.
$2,000 employee referral bonuses.
Overtime opportunities paid at time-and-a-half.